Federal Trademark Application
Attorney-Drafted USPTO Filing. Strategic Protection. Flat-Fee Clarity. Strategic Oversight from Search to Certificate.
Federal Trademark Application
Attorney-Drafted USPTO Filing. Strategic Protection. Flat-Fee Clarity.
Filing a federal trademark application is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your brand. A registered trademark gives you nationwide rights, public notice of ownership, and the legal foundation to enforce your brand against infringers.
At Lamar Legal, we handle every phase of the application process—comprehensive trademark search, written attorney opinion, USPTO filing, and monitoring through registration—so your brand is protected from the start.
What Is a Federal Trademark Application?
A federal trademark application is a formal filing submitted to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to register your brand identity—your business name, logo, slogan, or other identifying mark—for nationwide legal protection.
Once registered, your trademark:
- Establishes your nationwide ownership rights as of the filing date
- Creates a legal presumption that you are the rightful owner
- Appears in the USPTO database as public notice to others
- Grants you the right to use the ® symbol
- Provides the basis to sue for infringement in federal court
- Can be recorded with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to stop infringing imports
- Can be used as the basis for international trademark protection
What Is Included in Our Federal Trademark Application Service
Secure Nationwide Federal Protection – $1,850 per mark + USPTO Fees
Our Federal Trademark Application service is a complete, attorney-led filing process. We do not use automated software or filing templates. Every application is reviewed and filed with legal strategy in mind.
Federal Trademark Application
Comprehensive Search USPTO database, state, common law, domain, and social media (up to 3 classes)
Written Attorney Opinion Letter Formal assessment of registrability risk and legal clearance recommendation
USPTO Application Filing Attorney-drafted application filed on your behalf
Monitoring Until Registration We track the application status through approval
Non-Substantive Office Action Response Response to routine USPTO requests (≤20 min attorney time)
30-Minute Attorney Consultation Strategy session included to review results and next steps
Application Prep Timeline 5–7 business days
Additional Class Search: $225 | Additional Class Filing: $725
Not Included: Substantive Office Action responses, appeals, opposition proceedings, or international filings.
How the Federal Trademark Application Process Works
Clear structure. Defined scope. No surprises.
Step 1 – Submit the Trademark Intake Form
Provide details about your mark, the goods or services it will cover, and whether you are currently using the mark in commerce. Upload any existing brand files.
Step 2 – Comprehensive Search & Opinion Letter
Our attorney conducts a full multi-source trademark search and delivers a written opinion letter assessing registrability risk. You will have a 30-minute consultation to review findings before we proceed.
Step 3 – Application Preparation & Filing
We prepare your USPTO application—including the identification of goods/services, specimen of use (if applicable), and supporting documentation—and file on your behalf.
Step 4 – Monitoring & Communication
We monitor your application status through the USPTO review process and communicate any developments, including non-substantive Office Action responses, until registration is achieved.
Submitting an intake form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Representation begins only after a signed engagement agreement and payment are received.
Who This Service Is For
Our Federal Trademark Application service is designed for:
- Business owners launching or scaling a brand who are ready to file
- Entrepreneurs who have already received a favorable clearance opinion
- Companies expanding into new markets and needing nationwide protection
- Founders who want attorney oversight—not an automated filing platform
If you are still evaluating whether your name is registrable, our Trademark Risk Assessment is the right starting point.
Frequently Asked
Federal Trademark
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What is a trademark class and how many do I need?
Q: What is a trademark class and how many do I need?
A: The USPTO organizes goods and services into 45 international classes. You must file in every class that applies to your business. Our standard service covers up to 3 classes. Additional class searches are $225 each and additional class filings are $725 each. We help you identify the correct classes during the intake process.
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How long does it take to register a federal trademark?
Q: How long does it take to register a federal trademark?
A: USPTO review typically takes 8 to 14 months from filing date to registration, assuming no significant objections. The process can take longer if the USPTO issues substantive Office Actions or if an opposition is filed during the 30-day publication period.
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What is the difference between a 1(a) and 1(b) application?
Q: What is the difference between a 1(a) and 1(b) application?
A: A 1(a) application is filed when you are already using the mark in commerce. A 1(b) ‘intent-to-use’ application is filed when you have a bona fide intent to use the mark in the future. We advise you on the correct basis during your consultation.
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What are USPTO filing fees?
Q: What are USPTO filing fees?
A: USPTO fees are set by the USPTO and are in addition to our flat fee. As of the most recent USPTO fee schedule, TEAS Plus applications are $250 per class and TEAS Standard applications are $350 per class. We confirm current fees during intake.
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What happens if the USPTO issues an Office Action?
Q: What happens if the USPTO issues an Office Action?
A: Our service includes responses to non-substantive Office Actions (routine clarification requests that take 20 minutes or less to resolve). We handle Substantive Office Actions — those requiring legal argument or amendment to the identification of goods/services — separately and bill them at our hourly rate. If your application triggers a substantive response, we will let you know.
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Do I need a trademark search before filing?
Q: Do I need a trademark search before filing?
A: Yes. Our application service includes a comprehensive trademark search. Filing without a search creates significant risk—you may invest in a mark that is already in use or registered, which could result in rejection by the USPTO, a likelihood of confusion refusal, or even a cease and desist from an existing mark holder.
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Can I use the ® before my trademark is registered?
Q: Can I use ® before my trademark is registered?
A: No. You may only use the ® symbol after the USPTO officially registers your trademark. You may use ™ (trademark) or SM (service mark) at any time to indicate your claim of trademark rights without federal registration.
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What if someone else is already using my name?
Q: What if someone else is already using my name?
A: If the search reveals a conflicting use, we will explain the options in our opinion letter—which may include modifying the mark, filing in specific classes only, or deciding not to proceed. We provide the legal analysis; you make the business decision.
Start My Federal Trademark Application
Strategic Oversight from Search to Certificate. Begin by completing our secure intake form.
Lamar Legal PLLC is licensed in the State of Florida. Trademark services are available to clients both nationwide and internationally. This page is Attorney Advertising.